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Top 3 Tips for First-Time Travel Nurses and Allied Health Professionals
Arguably the toughest assignment you’ll take as a travel nurse or allied health professional is the first one. As many veteran travelers will attest, learning how you fit in at a new facility can be a challenge. Here we provide three tips for first-time travelers to give you a head start on this journey.
Here Are Three Tips for First-Time Travel Nurses and Allied Health Professionals
Tip 1: Be flexible. With so many open positions around the country, locking in your first assignment is all about timing and flexibility. Be open-minded about all aspects of your assignment—location, unit type, shift rotation, start date, etc. It’s wise to have preferences, but be careful not to limit your own possibilities.
Tip 2: Be organized. Make copies of your degrees, CV, special certifications, state licenses, CEUs, and medical records. Your agency will likely provide a credentialing specialist who helps you file everything the hospital needs, but have these all documents readily accessible to speed up the process.
Tip 3: Be an amazing healthcare professional! Exhibit the right attitude, be a positive influence, and believe in yourself. You have the resources and knowledge to be successful.
The orientation window on a unit is often short, so utilize every moment with your preceptor and ask questions!
The most successful travelers know how to be both confident and respectful.
Learn more about life as a travel nurse or allied health professional with the First Time Traveler Guide from Health Carousel.